Chase Family official statement regarding the death of Edgar Lawrence "Dooky" Chase, Jr. on Tuesday afternoon November 22, 2016; husband of Leah Chase for over seventy years and owner of Dooky Chase's Restaurant.

"Though we are heartbroken to share the news that Edgar "Dooky" Chase, Jr. has passed away. We greatly appreciate the outpouring of love and the many expressions of sympathy and prayers that we have received.

Dooky, Jr was our loving husband, father, Grand D, brother-in-law and friend. He was a strong, selfless, and faith-filled patriarch. He was a jazz musician, an infallible advocate for civil equality and inclusion, a proud entrepreneur and unwavering believer in the Spirit of New Orleans and the good will of people.

While we mourn his loss, we also celebrate his remarkable life and will forever cherish the life lessons he taught us. He will be truly missed by our family, friends, staff and fellow restauranteurs and musicians.

We are extremely grateful and will always remember the prayers and thoughtfulness shown to us."

Gratefully,

The Chase Family

Funeral Information:

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to:

D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home3933 Washington Ave.NOLA 70125504-822-7162

Public visitation has been scheduled for Sunday, November 27th 3:00 - 5pm. followed by a prayer service 5:00 - 6pm at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church - 1923 St. Philip NOLA 70116

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, November 28th 1:00pm; Visitation will begin at 11:30am- 1:00pm - St. Peter Claver Catholic Church - 1923 St. Philip NOLA 70116

Internment - St. Louis 3 Cemetery - 3421 Esplanade Avenue NOLA

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Edgar "Dooky" Jr and Leah Chase Family Foundation - P.O. Box 791313 New Orleans, LA 70179

The Edgar "Dooky" Jr. and Leah Chase family Foundation seeks to cultivate and support organizations that engage in activities that support cultural arts, education, culinary arts, and social justice.